Maryland HB541 requires public schools to install and maintain menstrual hygiene product dispensers in women's restrooms.

Maryland HB541 mandates that public middle and high schools install menstrual hygiene product dispensers in at least two women's restrooms by October 1, 2022, and in all women's restrooms by August 1, 2025. Public elementary schools must install dispensers in at least one restroom by October 1, 2022. The state will reimburse county boards for the costs of purchasing and installing these dispensers. Schools must regularly restock the dispensers with menstrual hygiene products to ensure availability. The bill also includes an appropriation of $500,000 for fiscal year 2023 to cover these costs.

Maryland HB541 requires public schools to install and maintain menstrual hygiene product dispensers in women's restrooms.

Maryland HB541 mandates that public middle and high schools install menstrual hygiene product dispensers in at least two women's restrooms by October 1, 2022, and in all women's restrooms by August 1, 2025. Public elementary schools must install dispensers in at least one restroom by October 1, 2022. The state will reimburse county boards for the costs of purchasing and installing these dispensers. Schools must regularly restock the dispensers with menstrual hygiene products to ensure availability. The bill also includes an appropriation of $500,000 for fiscal year 2023 to cover these costs.